Ah, absinthe, so intoxicating. So we see here that absinthe does make the heart grow fonder….

What? You all were thinking the same thing.

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Thanks for the tutorial on hats. I’ve been wanting to make one, bought the buckram, but couldn’t find anything on Youtube or elsewhere to give me an idea of how to use it. I wonder how old the hot block/mold was that they used. Here’s how to make a block of your own: http://www.threadbanger.com/episode/THR_20090313. Now I need to figure out a steamer that’s more powerful than a tea kettle.

You’re all so young; I didn’t recognize Amy as Amy Winehouse right away. I didn’t really follow her career, or know about her until she passed away. It struck me that, that is who you were all referring to after going back about ten pages, looking for an Amy in the blogs. She obviously had a greater impact on (younger) people than I thought. The placement of this cameo does appear to fit the character, who I assume is headed for misfortune as well. I am constantly amazed and impressed with how you (Mark) can flexibly interweave cameos into your complex and carefully laid out storylines, and still meet deadlines for anxious readers, despite a demanding schedule for appearances, and all of the weather related issues back home. I believe all of us appreciate your placing us among your priorities; thank you!

I was just watching Amy videos yesterday. She represents one of the greatest tragedies of our generation. We all stood by and watched someone destroy herself. I resent the people around her who either refused to intervene or somehow gave up on one of the most talented singers I have ever seen.

Lauren you makes a fine mermy indeed. Worthy of hangin’ from dar bow of any ship. I splice the mainbrace to ya. “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” Da words are Gandhi’s, but Miss Amy lived ‘em. Slán a fhágáil!

Yes, I’ve liked Regina Spektor for a long time. She and I had talked for a while about a graphic novel project for First Second, but it hasn’t materialized yet. She’s an extraordinary talent. And we had one very inebriated lunch.

Cue immediate and intense jealousy – I want to have an inebriated lunch with Regina Spektor! Also, I can only imagine what a graphic novel from her would look like. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that it happens after all.

Claire, lovely song by Spektor. At one point in my life, I was told I looked like her, but I am still unfamiliar with her music. I’d like to have an inebriated lunch with her, but then again… I’d like to have an inebriated lunch with any of you.